Kian's family need £550,000 for him to receive life-changing treatment in the USA. Kian's cause hit the headlines this week, when music mogul Simon Cowell donated £25,000 to the youngster's fund.

Kian, who is battling cancer for the second time, needs to travel to New York for relapse treatment. He was first diagnosed with neuroblastoma in 2013 and developed 27 separate tumours.

Katie, who has two young sons, says she saw Kian's story on morning TV and immediately wanted to help.

She said: "I wanted to do something more than just donate and, being in the line of work I am, I thought a 'danceathon' was the most obvious thing to do.

Kian Musgrove

"Everyone is welcome to come along dance their socks off and get sponsored for doing so! Or you can just turn up on the day and make a donation.

"I can't even begin to imagine what this little boy and his family are going through."

Kian's family have reached their first fundraising milestone and are hoping to travel to see doctors in New York at the end of the month once his latest round of chemotherapy is complete. However, there will be further charges ahead for scans and more treatment, so any money raised now will help Kian.

The danceathon event will take place this Saturday (March 12) at the Lakeside Centre, Southport, from midday to 4pm.

The event will feature face painting, temporary tattoos, clowns and character visits and more, as well as a raffle and prizes for the best dancers and whoever raises the most money.